Overview: Like Steve McQueen in a turtleneck, the 2016 Chrysler 300 is old-school cool. Credit its blocky but suave styling, which gives the 300 a look that stands out from its peers, even though its basic shape launched more than a decade ago. Sure, the mechanically similar Dodge Charger possesses a comparably imposing stance, but it doesn’t exude the class of its glitzier cousin—in this sense, the two are as different as Sinatra and the Stones.

Armed with rear-wheel drive and a standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine making 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque (sportier 300S models juice those figures up to 300 horsepower and 264 lb-ft), the 300 can be equipped with all-wheel drive for an additional $2500. Buyers also can choose to fit the big bruiser with an available 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 with 363 hp and 394 lb-ft on all but the base Limited and the new Anniversary Edition trims. Unfortunately, Chrysler stopped pairing the Hemi with all-wheel drive last year.

Fuel economy ranges from a respectable 19 mpg city and 31 mpg highway for rear-wheel-drive V-6 models to a middling 16/25 mpg for rear-wheel-drive 300S and 300C models powered by the V-8. All 300s use an eight-speed automatic transmission that’s controlled via a console-mounted rotary knob.

Befitting its near-luxury status, the Chrysler 300 is a comfortable highway cruiser with a quiet cabin and a smooth ride—although sportier 300S models are somewhat choppier over pockmarked roads. And every 300 offers a comfortable rear bench seat that provides passengers with more legroom than the Chevrolet Impala, the Chevrolet SS, and the Toyota Avalon.

Prices range from a reasonable $33,255 for the well-equipped base 300 Limited, to $43,685 for a top-of-the-line rear-drive 300C Platinum. For this review we slipped behind the wheel of a Chrysler 300C Platinum equipped with the optional 5.7-liter V-8 ($3000), the Premium Leather interior package ($1995) that includes additional cowhide throughout the interior, and the new SafetyTec Plus Group package ($2995), which includes forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and more. The bottom-line figure was $51,675.

What’s New: After a thorough revision last year, the Chrysler 300 received just a handful of changes for 2016. A 90th Anniversary Edition model was introduced in the latter half of 2015 to celebrate Chrysler’s emerald anniversary. Building upon the base 300 Limited, the Anniversary Edition includes a navigation system and a panoramic sunroof, among other things, as well as model-specific floor mats and startup graphics. On top of this, the mid-grade 300S is available in a new, sinister Alloy Edition, which features dark bronze and deep black finishes throughout the exterior. A more performance-oriented suspension is optional on rear-wheel-drive 300S models and includes increased spring rates, snappier steering, and stickier tires, as well as larger anti-roll bars on V-8 models. The aforementioned new SafetyTec Plus Group package is also new and brings a number of active safety features to the table, while the Uconnect interface benefits from several new functions, including drag-and-drop customization of the menu bar.

What We Like: The Chrysler 300 is classic automotive Americana. Favoring outright comfort, the 300 is a quiet cruiser that feels solid and secure at all speeds. Uconnect remains easy to use with logical menus and quick reaction times to touch inputs, while the HVAC and stereo can be controlled via physical buttons and knobs. Although you won’t confuse the Chrysler’s interior with that of a Mercedes-Benz, the 300 certainly is pleasant and spacious, with materials that are generally above the norm for mainstream large sedans.

What We Don’t Like: If the performance prospects of a large and roomy sedan with V-8 power intrigue you, then we’d suggest looking at the Chevrolet SS or the Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack or SRT 392 (or—if you can swing the near-$70,000 price tag—the SRT Hellcat), as these V-8–powered sedans are quicker and more engaging to drive than the plusher 300. Dynamics aside, we wish the 300 offered more buttons for simple features such as operating the heated seats. Currently, owners can do that only via the 300’s 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system.

Verdict: If style, space, and affordability are priorities, look no further than the Chrysler 300.

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